Charging Instructions If the charge port light turns red while Caution: Tesla strongly recommends charging, a fault is detected. Check the leaving Model X plugged in when not in instrument panel or touchscreen for a use. This maintains the Battery at the message describing the fault. A fault can optimum level of charge. occur due to something as common as a power outage. If a power outage occurs, Manually Releasing Charge Cable charging resumes automatically when power is restored. If the usual methods for releasing a charge Note: When charging, particularly at high cable from the charge port (using the charge currents, the refrigerant compressor and fan handle release button, touchscreen, or mobile operate as needed to keep the Battery cool. app) do not work, carefully follow these steps: Therefore, it is normal to hear sounds during 1. Ensure that Model X is not actively charging. charging by displaying the charging Note: Air conditioning performance is screen on the touchscreen. If necessary, generally not affected by charging. However, touch Stop Charging. under certain circumstances (for example, you 2. Open the rear trunk. are charging at high currents during a 3. Pull the charge port's release cable particularly warm day), the air coming from downwards to unlatch the charge cable. the vents may not be as cool as expected and a message displays on the instrument panel. This is normal behavior and ensures that the Battery stays within an optimum temperature range while charging to support longevity and optimum performance. Warning: Never spray liquid at a high velocity (for example, if using a pressure washer) towards the charge port while charging. Failure to follow these instructions can result in serious injury or damage to the vehicle, charging equipment, or property. Stopping Charging Stop charging at any time by disconnecting the charge cable or touching Stop Charging on the touchscreen. Note: The release cable may be recessed Note: To prevent unauthorized unplugging of within the opening of the trim. the charge cable, the charge cable latch 4. Pull the charge cable from the charge remains locked and Model X must be unlocked port. or able to recognize your key before you can Caution: The release cable is designed for disconnect the charge cable. use only in situations where the charge To disconnect the charge cable: cable cannot be released from the charge 1. Press and hold the button on the port using the usual methods. Continuous connector handle to release the latch. use may result in damage to the release Alternatively, unlock the vehicle by cable or charging equipment. opening a door, using a key fob, or Warning: Do not perform this procedure touching Stop Charging on the while your vehicle is charging or if any touchscreen. These methods unlock the orange high voltage conductors are charge port as well. exposed. Failure to follow these 2. Pull the connector from the charge port. instructions can result in electric shock 3. Push the charge port door closed. and serious injury or damage to the vehicle. If you have any uncertainty as to Note: If Model X is equipped with a motorized how to safely perform this procedure, charge port door, it automatically closes contact your closest Service Center. shortly after you remove the charge cable. 176 Model X Owner's Manual